An inside look at cabin revival

Jim Jackson Times Correspondent

A number of vehicles on display at this year’s Chicago Auto Show will find their way onto perspective buyers’ shopping lists. But like a pair of shoes, not all cars are a good fit for everyone.

Midsize cars go mainstream

Jim Jackson Times Correspondent

Midsize cars are back in vogue - represented by nearly all manufacturers at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show.

Small cars champion 40 mpg

Jim Jackson Times Correspondent

The United States once held the auto industry in the palm of its hand, setting the world standard with brand loyalty that stretched across family generations.

Ford F-Series Super Duty hauls capacity

Greg Poulos Automotive Writers Group

Pull more, haul more, and do so with confidence. Trade professionals searching for these Triple Crown attributes will like what Ford has engineered into their 2013 F-Series Super Duty truck line.

Classic American Muscle – Born in the U.S.A.

Bob Kroupa Automotive Writers Group

Last year there were major concerns regarding the future of high performance motors as the U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency announced requirements for all vehicles to reach a fuel economy criteria of 54.5 …

Utility vehicles carry lifestyle flexibility

Bob Kroupa Automotive Writers Group

Today’s active lifestyle consumer demands the flexibility of the crossover utility vehicle and sport utility vehicle segment.

2013 Auto Show: If you go

By Matthew Saltanovitz

The 2013 Chicago Auto Show: If you go

Merging into future transportation

Jim Jackson Times Correspondent

If you feel the sense of déjà vu walking into Chicago's McCormick Place South during the next 10 days, you're not alone.

Chicago showcases North America’s award winners

Jim Jackson Times Correspondent

Putting your best foot forward comes in pairs, as the Chicago Auto Show displays the 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan and 2013 Ram 1500 pickup as this year’s winners of the North American Car and Truck of the Year.

Chevrolet and GMC trucks haul future appeal

Greg Poulos Automotive Writers Group

Like a race horse owner with two new untested thoroughbreds in the stable, General Motors’ Chevrolet and GMC truck divisions are chomping at the bit to trot out the all-new 2014 Silverado and 2014 Sierra 1500 pickups expected at this year’s C…

Concept vehicles drive future design

Bob Kroupa Automotive writers group

Vehicle sales in 2012 showed a 13.4 percent increase over the previous year, resulting in 14.5 million cars and light trucks sold in the United States. Manufacturers anticipate this sales trend to continue in 2013.

Hybrid-electric vehicles power up

Bob Kroupa Automotive Writers Group

Gasoline prices topped out over $4 per gallon across the nation last year, gaining the attention of Chicago consumers, which accelerated sales of Hybrid-Electric vehicles.

Technology accelerates Chicago show

Bob Kroupa Automotive Writers Group

 Today’s automotive technology comes in all shapes and forms. Its innovation continues to accelerate and plays a major role in providing consumers with many new safety and convenience features.

Apps, technology drive industry changes at Chicago Auto Show

Conner Forrest Medill News Service

CHICAGO | Siri is set to move from the phone in your pocket to the dashboard of your car.

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